Digital Communications Specialist

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening, however we do not have assurance at this time if and when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

The Digital Communications Specialist will:

• Work closely with the Gateway Program's external and internal strategic communications professionals and NASA’s Public Affairs Office.
• Work within a team to produce a variety of written and visual products, across multiple platforms, including feature story content for NASA websites, social media posts, outreach collateral, PowerPoint presentations, and other products.
  
• Maintain and update Gateway's website within NASA's existing content management system (CMS).
  
• Build and execute social media strategies, manage a social media planning calendar and produce, edit, and manage written and visual products to coincide with strategies and milestones.
  
• Curate and update Gateway's on-line imagery repositories for historical, internal, and external audiences.
  
• Develop goals and metrics for social media campaigns, then analyze and report results.
  
• Deliver excellent client service and gain client trust with quality work products and a high standard of professionalism.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• BS/BA degree in Public Relations, Digital Media, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Experience writing for digital media, feature stories, or other science, space, or technology related content targeted to the general public.
  
• Proficient in all aspects of operating social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X), posses the ability to write and edit in AP Style, and learn about and adapt to emerging communications platforms.
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required, as well as integration, coordination, and presentation skills, and an ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient with content management system (CMS) and social media content management platforms.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capable of creative and collaborative work with high visibility.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment to perform assigned tasks.

• Experience working with social media influencers is a plus.
• Experience with the Adobe Create Suite – (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) is a plus.
• Experience with 3D animation is a plus.
• Experience in gathering and reporting social media analytics.

• Barrios strives to maintain a flexible, and diverse working environment for our people. Barrios currently offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, to help reinforce our strong commitment to providing greater work-life balance and flexibility.
• The work location will be at the Johnson Space Center in the Houston, TX area.
• This position has been designated a hybrid role.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Applicant selected may be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.